Reckless mortgage lending was blamed for the financial crisis of 2008, which brought some banks to their knees and saw…
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Commonwealth Games 2026: Joyful Glasgow cannot banish all doubts for future
After Victoria withdrew in 2023, Glasgow answered the SOS call – and organisers say the past 11 days in the…
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Ariana Grande pulls out of musical for break from ‘endless’ scrutiny
Ariana Grande is to withdraw from public appearances and will no longer star in an upcoming musical production in London…
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Sheep farmer had hydatid disease from tapeworm parasite for years
Public Health Wales (PHW) says although uncommon in Wales, it remains “a significant public health concern because of the potentially…
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Waltham Cross fire halts trains in and out of London
Some trains running to and from London Liverpool Street station have been stopped following a trackside fire. At 14:57 BST,…
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Burnham pledges to be ‘relentless’ in curbing small boat crossings
Andy Burnham has pledged his government will be “relentless” in curbing the number of people arriving in the UK on…
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Attempted murder arrests after ship crew attacked in Avonmouth
Emergency services were called to Richmond Terrace, close to Avonmouth Docks, at about 20:30 BST, Avon and Somerset Police said.…
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Man admits killing Scottish woman found in suitcase, Greek police say
Lisa had initially stayed in the area of Keratsini, 5.9 miles (9.5km) west of central Athens, with Greek friends. She…
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Prolonged drought could cause shortage of some foods, farmers’ union head says
After a wet and mild start to the year, it has been exceptionally dry hot and dry with a succession…
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Belfast Fleadh: Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann begins
Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann has kicked off in Belfast for the very first time. Thousands gathered for the opening event,…
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